Plans Check Engineer

About Us

4LEAF, Inc. is a multi-discipline firm providing services throughout the United States. For more than 20 years, 4LEAF has assisted clients in successfully navigating contract services leading to fiscally responsible solutions. As one of the industry’s notable providers of planning, building and safety, construction management, and fire consulting services, 4LEAF has an enviable track record of completing complex projects and staffing assignments with both public and private clients.

About the Role

4LEAF, Inc. is seeking motivated and adaptable engineers for Plan Review Engineer / Plan Review positions in Merced, Stanislaus, and San Joaquin Counties. Candidates must be qualified to perform technical plan reviews on building plans submitted by architects, engineers, contractors, and owners for compliance with structural, electrical, mechanical, plumbing, accessibility, and general conformity to applicable ordinances, laws, and State building codes.

Responsibilities

• Reviews plans and specifications of residential, commercial, industrial, public or other major developments to ensure compliance with building codes and ordinances.
• Advises architects, designers, contractors, and developers on code and design requirements.
• Assists building inspectors on difficult or unusual code requirements for major structures.
• Answers inquiries from the public relating to the regulations for building and housing construction, remodeling, and repair, including structural, nonstructural, plumbing, mechanical, electrical, and zoning matters.
• Performs related duties as assigned.

Requirements

• BS or MS in Civil/Structural, Mechanical, or Electrical Engineering or
• BS or MS in Architecture, construction management or related field or
• Equivalent construction or design experience.
• Basic knowledge of building materials, construction methods, and related codes.
• Blueprint reading skills.
• Must maintain a healthy working relationship with contractors, builders, and the public.
• Excellent customer service skills, including good listening and negotiating skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Excellent critical thinking and decision-making skills.
• Familiarity with common computer software such as MS Office, Teams, Adobe, or Bluebeam Revu.
• Ability to identify and solve complex problems by conferring and providing information to developers, engineers, architects, property owners, contractors, and others regarding code requirements and alternatives.

Pay

$39.62 - $48.41/hr, commensurate with experience.

Schedule

• 8-hour shift
• On-Site Full-Time, Monday to Friday

Benefits

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance